Divine of Creation | Reika Ito x Sadahiro Nakamura (Part 1) - (1)
We invite creators active in various fields as guests, and spiritual healerReika Itointerprets the energy emitted by people through readings combined with various astrological techniques to assess the source of their creativity. She uncovers past lives directly connected to the present and hidden potential, delving into the charm of the creators themselves, which often remains hidden behind their work.
Spiritual Talk Vol. 6 | Sadahiro Nakamura
The Portrait of a Guest “Seen” by Reika Ito
“A Dream Weaver Who Expands the Ring of Light Called ‘Enjoyment’ Infinitely” Part 1 (1)
With Exceptional Antenna, Drive, and Conviction
A Multitalented Connector of the World's Elements
Our guest for the sixth installment is Sadahiro Nakamura, CEO of Transit General Office. A multitalented individual who creates a wide range of talked-about spaces, from producing popular cafes and renovating hotels to catering parties, developing condominiums, and branding commercial facilities. With the upcoming openings of 'the SOHO,' one of the world's largest SOHO buildings, and the second branch of the restaurant 'bills,' famous for 'the world's best breakfast,' in March 2010, we explore the appeal of Mr. Nakamura, who is continuously expanding his sphere of activity.
Text by OPENERSPhoto by Kenta Suzuki
Your Luck Improves the More You Do What You Want?
ItoYou're active in so many areas, from producing cafes and hotels to fashion, music, and recently, offices. What led you to your current work?
NakamuraRight after graduating from university, I joined Isetan and worked as a buyer's assistant. When deciding on a career, I had always hosted parties by renting out clubs since I was a student, so I considered that path. However, I wanted to become an assistant to Yukio Fujimaki, a buyer at Isetan. I did become his assistant, but the fashion world moves incredibly fast, and I realized it might not be the right fit for me. So, I consulted with Mr. Fujimaki, and he told me, 'Legally, you won't be fired, so you can continue as an assistant while doing what you love.' I told him I wanted to host parties. This was because while assisting Mr. Fujimaki, I met many people and received numerous proposals, accumulating a large stack of business cards. But many of these connections ended after the initial meeting, which felt like a waste. So, I proposed hosting parties every Friday where everyone could be invited at once. Mr. Fujimaki agreed. As I found more enjoyment in this side venture, my work also became more enjoyable. Then, one day, Mr. Fujimaki decided to leave. I already had a strong sense of independence, so when I considered leaving to pursue something else, cafes were trending at the time. It was about nine years ago.
ItoThat was at the beginning of the cafe boom, wasn't it?
NakamuraYes. I felt the timing was right. At the time, the warehouse of my parents' trattoria was on the fifth floor of an old building in Gaienmae, and I thought I could renovate it into a shop. It could have been a bar or anything else, but calling it a cafe was the most talked-about thing nine years ago, so my parents' company created a cafe called 'OFFICE.' It became a huge sensation and a great success.
Sadahiro Nakamura